OR | Registered Nurse

Operating Room Registered Nurse (OR RN) Travel Contract in Rockford, Illinois

Operating Room RN travel job in Rockford, IL—join a fast-paced surgical team and put your perioperative nursing skills to work in a rewarding 13-week contract opportunity. This OR nurse role is ideal for an experienced Registered Nurse who enjoys circulating cases, collaborating with surgeons and anesthesia providers, and delivering high-quality patient care in a dynamic operating room environment.

Job Details

• Position: Operating Room Registered Nurse (OR RN)
• Type: Travel Nursing Contract
• Duration: 13 weeks
• Estimated Weekly Pay: $2,550 - $2,690
• Shift: 10-hour day shifts
• Schedule: 4 shifts per week, 40 hours per week
• Call Requirements: Rotational weekday, weekend, and holiday call
• Start Date: September 28, 2026
• Setting: Operating Room / Perioperative Services
• Location: Rockford, Illinois

Job Requirements

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license
• Minimum of 1 year of Operating Room experience required
• Strong circulating experience in orthopedic, neuro, and podiatry cases preferred
• Current AHA certifications required; RQI not accepted
• Ability to work 10-hour day shifts and participate in rotating call coverage
• Excellent teamwork, communication, and patient-centered care skills
• Previous travel nursing or healthcare experience in a surgical setting is a plus

Responsibilities

• Circulate in the Operating Room for a variety of surgical procedures
• Support orthopedic, neurological, and podiatry surgeries with a strong focus on patient safety
• Maintain a safe, efficient, and organized surgical workflow throughout each case
• Collaborate closely with surgeons, anesthesia, and perioperative team members
• Provide high-quality nursing care while following facility protocols and OR best practices
• Participate in rotational call coverage, including weekdays, weekends, and holidays

Why Apply for This Illinois Nursing Job?

• Competitive travel nurse pay
• Opportunity to grow your perioperative and OR nursing experience
• Work with a collaborative surgical team in a respected healthcare setting
• Explore Rockford, Illinois, while advancing your nursing career

Apply now to join this Operating Room Registered Nurse travel contract in Rockford, Illinois and take the next step in your healthcare career.

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.